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Hotel Santa Barbara
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1035)
"The new remodel is amazing and the bar was so much fun! Great drinks and snacks. "
United States
Madelaine
The price is AED 719
AED 837 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel Santa Barbara
Haley Hotel
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (569)
"Perfect location! Wonderful hotel! Would highly recommend and would definitely stay here again!"
Canada
Meghan
The price is AED 424
AED 520 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Haley Hotel
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"The location is excellent and we loved the hotel! "
United States
victoria
The price is AED 732
AED 836 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Hotel Virginia Santa Barbara, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Social Stays
1.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (22)
"Expedia overcharges and doesn't have accessible information, but Social Stays was excellent in their communication and accomodations. Wonderful value."
United States
Sebastian
Social Stays
Social Stays On State Street
Social Stays On State Street
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What is Downtown Santa Barbara like for travelers on a budget?
Check out discount places to stay in Downtown Santa Barbara on Expedia.com and plan a trip that stays within your budget. Downtown Santa Barbara is a destination that travelers visit for its fantastic dining options and bar scene. You can scroll through a variety of hotels and other types of accommodation with Member Prices to find the best deal for you. Guided by our site's helpful page filters, you can limit results by price per night, or by amenities that customers often look for like free parking and free WiFi. If you're interested in affordable options near specific attractions, such as Lobero Theater or Granada Theatre, try filtering by location to refine your search. While you browse, use the heart button to save your favorites so that it's easy to find them when you're ready to book. Need a flight or a car for your trip? Choose from the Bundle and Save travel packages and discover huge discounts by arranging transportation at the same time.
What's the best accommodation for a budget-friendly stay in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Based on our traveler reviews, Social Stays is a top choice for a less expensive stay. Another top choice for your budget-friendly stay is Social Stays On State Street.
What is there to see and do in Downtown Santa Barbara?
Downtown Santa Barbara attracts visitors with its fantastic dining options and bar scene, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the local attractions that interest you most, and then plan some activities that cost very little. If you're looking to enjoy the area's natural beauty, you can get outdoors at El Capitan Lake, De la Guerra Plaza, or West Beach.
How can I get to Downtown Santa Barbara and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Downtown Santa Barbara can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is 7.7 mi (12.4 km) away from the center in Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can book a flight to Santa Ynez, CA (SQA), located 24.9 mi (40 km) away. Downtown Santa Barbara might not have many public transportation choices so renting a car could be a reasonable alternative to see more of the area.